1996 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1996 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1996 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (580 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Donkervoort D8. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1996 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1996 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Donkervoort D8 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Volkswagen |
| Model | D8 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2893 mm |
